A powerful anticyclone will dominate the region, leaving extreme heat in its wake with high temperatures for at least two weeks.
Yucatan is facing a new wave of extreme heat that has pushed the heat sensationto 47.8 degrees Celsius in the city of Mérida, according to reports from meteorologist Juan Palma Solís.
The specialist indicated that this phenomenon is caused by a powerful anticyclone, which will dominate the region for at least the next two weeks. This situation coincides with the official start of the 2025 rainy and tropical cyclone season.
What is causing the extreme heat in the region?
Palma Solís explained that the constant influx of humid air from the Caribbean Sea and the Gulf of Mexico, coupled with the daytime formation of the so-called “Maya Trough,” is favoring some isolated rainfall of less than 5 mm.
Mainly in southwestern Yucatán, central and southern Campeche, as well as in various areas of Quintana Roo. However, this rainfall will become increasingly scarce as the anticyclone strengthens.
This weather pattern will cause maximum temperatures to range between 39 and 42°C, with wind chills that could exceed 45°C, due to high relative humidity levels.
How long will this heat wave last?
The forecast indicates that this situation will persist for at least ten more days. During this period, minimal rainfall is expected, with only occasional showers in some areas of northern and central Quintana Roo, especially between Friday and Sunday.
This represents one of the most intense heat waves so far this year for the Yucatán Peninsula, right at the start of the tropical cyclone season in the eastern Pacific Ocean, which also marks the beginning of the rainy season in much of the country. How are Yucatecans keeping cool in this situation?
Some citizens share how they’re coping with the extreme heat that’s once again hitting the state. From sheltering indoors with air conditioning to visiting cenotes or beaches, the strategies are varied.
I hide in my room with the air conditioning at 22 degrees Celsius. Here in Yucatán, it’s so hot that you’re swimming and sweating at the same time. You have to find a way to cope with this hell.
Jake Molina – Yucatecan.
Additionally, children and young people flock to Gran Parque La Plancha to cool off in the water areas and pools, as a way to enjoy the public space and relieve the high temperatures.
The heat feels awful, even if you stay in the shade. I think this is meant to be in a pool, with a cold drink, a beer, or something.
Salvador Castro – Yucatecan
Source: Posta
